You Know You're Supposed to Shop Vintage, but How Do You Find the Good Stuff? Steal This Blogger's Tips

Thrift like a pro with advice from Danielle Bernstein.

You probably know Danielle Bernstein from We Wore What, the blog she started as a student in New York back in 2011. Since then her style's evolved, but one thing remains constant—an appreciation for all things vintage. It should come as no surprise then that she's teamed up with e-comm site Nifty Thrify to curate a collection of old-is-new-again clothing.

"Vintage shopping has always been an obsession of mine," she told us. "Finding something that no one else has gives me such a rush. It's like treasure hunting, and I'm never afraid to get my hands dirty to find the perfect piece." She looks for standout prints, a great fit, and an overall bold look—and advises new shoppers to dive right in and not be afraid. "All my friends know I somehow always find amazing pieces without fail when I go vintage shopping," she says, but there are limits. Not everything old is cool, and "MC Hammer pants are definitely a no-no."

Another important tip? "Check the measurements carefully before buying because vintage sizing is totally different." Noted! And while you can find Danielle's picks online no matter where you are, if you're in New York, she recommends East Village vintage haunts like Tokio 7, No Relation, and Amarcord. Now get shopping!